Concerts on Friday evenings 6-8PM

First Thursday of Each Month Stroll through a town almost 250 years old with stops at three pubs and hear from writers who spent time here including the granddaughter of a founder, a Secretary of the Navy, a U. S. Ambassador to Spain, the first truly American writer (at least according to Wm. Faulkner) and an editor at The […]

Artists from around the region will gather in Historic Ellicott City the weekend of July 6-8 to participate in Paint It! Ellicott City, an annual plein air painting event. The Howard County Arts Council (HCAC), Howard County Tourism, the Historic Ellicott City Partnership, and Howard County Public Schools are presenting this paint-out weekend culminating in […]

The St. Florian's Brigade will hold a two-day camp for applicants who are interested in learning more about the fire service and what it takes to become a firefighter. This 1st Alarm Girls Fire Camp will be held at the Public Safety Training Center (PSTC) in Marriottsville in July and August 2018. This fun and exciting […]

First Saturdays are FREE events held on the Rams Head Patio, the first Saturday of each month, May through September from 1 to 5 PM. These events are family friendly and will include live music, shopping, kids crafts, food, drink specials, and much more!

An exhibit featuring work from four artists – Ilene Gold, Robert Hofherr, Joyce Ritter, and Mary Jo Tydlacka  – working in a variety of media, from painting to art quilts to collage. Each artist incorporates bright color and elements of abstraction in their art, creating vivid works that are often inspired by nature. Reception: Monday, […]

Join us on the Spirit of Baltimore for a spectacular Bingo Lunch Cruise that promises an afternoon of entertainment on the Inner Harbor! Enjoy a bountiful lunch buffet backed by wonderful views of the Baltimore skyline and plenty of onboard bingo, deck games and throwback tunes everyone will love! For information contact Tracy Adkins, 410-313-7279 […]

Gain exclusive after-hours access to the B&O Ellicott City Station Museum, built in 1830 and in use through the 1940s. Take a guided tour of the historically rich, and possibly haunted museum. Then gather around a campfire in the old station turntable with s'mores and listen to the stories and legends surrounding this historic railroad […]

Howard County Recreation & Parks is teaming up with the Howard Astronomical League for a fun evening of science, engineering, arts, crafts, games, astronomy and much more. Enjoy the many vendors providing interactive and dynamic STEAM activities for all to enjoy. Bring the whole family and enjoy fun for all ages. Inflatables Demonstrations Arts & […]

WGC Happy Hour at Sub-Zero & Wolf Showroom by Fretz- July 17 Please join the Women’s Giving Circle of Howard County for Happy Hour! Location: Sub-Zero & Wolf Showroom by Fretz, 9204 Berger Road, Suite H, Columbia, MD 21046 Date: Tuesday, July 17, 2018 Time: 5:00 -7:00 pm Cost: $35 /includes 2 glasses of wine and appetizers Register […]

Come celebrate summer by cooling off at the nature center with activities down at the Middle Patuxent River! By popular demand, we've added weekday offerings. Bring your own picnic, and join a Robinson Naturalist at the river for lunch and fun, family-friendly river games. Search the stream for big and small animals! Make boats and […]

Howard County Restaurant Weeks is a bi-annual, 15 day celebration of the local culinary scene in Howard County, Maryland! Part of a national movement, restaurant weeks debuted here in 2008 in an effort to encourage visitors and residents to experience the wonderful culinary talent in Central Maryland. See what restaurants are participating here. Take a look at […]

Work alongside our French trained Chef Wecker of the Elkridge Furnace Inn! Grilled watermelon and feta salad with greens and vinaigrette kick off our summer table. Next, we grill chicken with herbs and create a light summer pasta primavera to augment our fresh garden vegetables. Menu: Grilled Watermelon Salad with feta and greens; Pasta Primavera […]

Belmont Manor is home to a number of benign ghosts who have not crossed over. As a precursor to the Belmont Investigation & Ghost Tour, this talk goes over the experiences and findings from the Inspired Ghost Tracking team and others as they discuss results from their investigations at Belmont Manor. Sign up for this […]

Hosted by the Downtown Columbia Arts and Culture Commission. Join us for the third Merriweather Movie Night of the summer and see "Coco"! Reserve a GA ticket and sit anywhere in the pavilion or on the lawn. Kids are FREE with a paying adult. ____________________ ATTN: Parking at MPP has Changed! Everyone MUST pre-select parking […]

The ECStrong 5k provides all proceeds to the Ellicott City Partnership to help the businesses impacted by the 2016 and NOW the 2018 floods. While this was to be a celebration of the resiliency of our community, it's now become an event to show our STRENGTH and perseverance in the face of another devastating flood […]

#ECStrong Festival, Powered by Intrinsic Events and Giggy's BBQ , is a Family Friendly Event Raising Funds for the Victims of the 2018 Ellicott City Flood. All Proceeds Benefit the Ellicott City Partnership Fund Featuring LIVE MUSIC, Local FOOD Trucks, Breweries, Distilleries, Made in Maryland Vendors, KID ZONE, & MUCH MORE! Parking is FREE! Tickets […]

Ultimate Adventure Camps Campers will embark on an exciting adventure, learning new outdoor leadership skills along the way. They will have a thrilling week participating in mountain biking, kayaking, ropes courses and much more! Session 7: July 30 – August 3 | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM* Session 8: August 6-10 | 8:30 AM – […]

First Thursday of Each Month Stroll through a town almost 250 years old with stops at three pubs and hear from writers who spent time here including the granddaughter of a founder, a Secretary of the Navy, a U. S. Ambassador to Spain, the first truly American writer (at least according to Wm. Faulkner) and an editor at The […]

Pat Greenwald and Bessie Bordenave will lead a discussion about African American schools in Howard County after the American Civil War up to desegregation in the 20th century. The Museum of Howard County History (8328 Court Ave, Ellicott City) is proud to host a series of lectures for 2018. Bring your own lunch. Drinks and […]

First Saturdays are FREE events held on the Rams Head Patio, the first Saturday of each month, May through September from 1 to 5 PM. These events are family friendly and will include live music, shopping, kids crafts, food, drink specials, and much more!

Great food and fun for the entire family!

Have you ever thought about diverting your food and yard waste from landfill to compost? You don’t have to be an expert, and the Master Gardeners are here to help! See different types of compost bins and discuss information on how to create and best maintain your compost year-round. Free mesh compost bins available for […]

Have you ever thought about diverting your food and yard waste from landfill to compost? You don’t have to be an expert, and the Master Gardeners are here to help! See different types of compost bins and discuss information on how to create and best maintain your compost year-round. Free mesh compost bins available for […]

SOLVE THE MYSTERY! Join us at the Historic Belmont Manor for a night of mystery, comedy, food and drink. 'Til Death Do Us Part - an interactive performance by Ovation Dinner Theatre awaits you. Tickets include a self-guided tour of the manor for those who arrive promptly, a three course meal provided by Rouge Fine […]